Midweek Meal Planning 5/6/15 (2026)

Want to get more out of midweek meal planning without the guesswork? Below we walk through the essentials in plain language, with practical steps you can use right away.

Key Takeaways

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• So this week the Mashup household continued on the "aspects wrapped in tortillas" path...
• Sunday: I got a BOGO Chipotle text coupon for entering some mobile contest, so...
• Worth noting: monday: Leftover fish tacos. ($3.97/lb mahi mahi from Fresh Thyme, affordable avocados and tortillas from ALDI).

How Midweek Meal Planning Really Works

It’s more traditional to meal plan on the weekend, but since our Chicago grocery deals mostly flip midweek, and since Wednesday hump day is when numerous of us begin running out of steam, we buck the trend here and go with Wednesdays. Tuesday: Portobello Poblano tacos with the $.49 mushroom caps from Jewel and more ALDI tortillas. (Recipe to come on Sunday!) Wednesday: $6 Jennie-O turkey breast from this past weekend's $.99/lb Jewel sale, baked potatoes, spinach salad ($.97 at Jewel over the weekend).

Thursday: Kids are having leftover turkey & potatoes, and MashupDad and I will have seafood fest later on courtesy of Fresh Thyme.

Getting the Most From Midweek Meal Planning

Friday: MashupDad won't be home, so the kids and I will clear out the fridge. More importantly, saturday: I'm thinking maybe we grill something from the freezer, depending on the weather.

Your turn How’s your week of meal planning going?

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I save money on midweek meal planning?

Compare prices across a few retailers, look for active coupon codes, and time bigger buys around sales events. Tuesday: Portobello Poblano tacos with the $.49 mushroom caps from Jewel and more ALDI tortillas. (Recipe to come on Sunday!) Wednesday: $6 Jennie-O turkey breast from this past weekend's $.99/lb Jewel sale, baked potato....

Is it worth shopping around for midweek meal planning?

Usually yes. Thursday: Kids are having leftover turkey & potatoes, and MashupDad and I will have seafood fest later on courtesy of Fresh Thyme.

What should I check before buying?

Read the terms, confirm any code still works, and factor in shipping or returns. Friday: MashupDad won't be home, so the kids and I will clear out the fridge.

Smart Ways to Save More on Midweek Meal Planning

• Stack a coupon code with an existing sale whenever the store allows it.
• Sign up for the retailer newsletter to catch first time and seasonal discounts.
• Compare the final price including shipping, not just the headline number.
• Check for student, military, or first order offers you may qualify for.
• Time non urgent purchases around major sale events for the deepest cuts.

Final Thoughts

Put these ideas to work and midweek meal planning gets a lot less expensive. Bookmark this page, check back for fresh deals, and let the savings do the talking.

Originally published at mashupmom.com.